After days of suspense, Oprah Winfrey revealed on Monday the "bombshell family secret" she learned just before Thanksgiving: She has a half sister named Patricia, who was given up as an infant by their mother, Vernita Lee, in 1963. Winfrey is just the latest star in the past year who has surprised celeb watchers with a shocking announcement.

The white tabby, once estimated to weigh 44 pounds, died in his sleep shortly after being diagnosed with a genetic form of heart disease, said his adoptive owner, Vince Damiani of Turnersville. The cat was believed to be 12 years old.